IncobotulinumtoxinA Injection to Balance Eyebrows and Facial Shapes: A Review with Illustrative Clinical Examples

Area of Science:

• Aesthetic Medicine
• Facial Plastic Surgery

Background:

• Eyebrows significantly influence facial harmony, affected by various individual and external factors.
• Traditional eyebrow enhancement methods include plucking, highlighting, and surgery.
• Botulinum toxin type A (BoNT-A) injections offer a minimally invasive option for eyebrow repositioning.

Purpose of the Study:

• To demonstrate a systematic, customizable approach for BoNT-A injections to reshape and reposition eyebrows.
• To enhance facial balance by optimizing eyebrow form and position based on individual facial shapes.
• To provide an alternative to conventional eyebrow enhancement techniques.

Main Methods:

• Individualized assessment of facial and eyebrow shape and position.
• Determination of optimal BoNT-A dosage and injection points.
• Development of a customized neurotoxin injection protocol tailored to patient needs.

Main Results:

• Achieved individualized modulation of eyebrow position and shape.
• Improved facial balance and harmony through precise neurotoxin application.
• Successfully addressed dynamic upper facial rhytides concurrently with eyebrow enhancement.

Conclusions:

• The systematic, customizable BoNT-A injection technique effectively reshapes and repositions eyebrows.
• This approach promotes harmonious facial aesthetics by preserving individual characteristics.
• Offers a valuable addition to existing methods for eyebrow enhancement and facial rejuvenation.